Here’s where it gets real: measuring sticky stuff like honey or molasses. Half of 1 1/3 cups of honey is still 2/3 cup, but getting it out of the jar is a workout. Spray your measuring cup with cooking spray first—it’ll slide out like a dream.
A friend once tried to halve a batch of brownies and used 2/3 cup of oil instead of 1/3 cup. The result? A brownie puddle. She called it “deconstructed,” and I called it a delicious accident. Don’t be that friend—use the math, save the batter.
So, What’s the Final Word?
Whether you’re baking for a party or just trying to not waste ingredients, half of 1 1/3 cups is 2/3 cup. That’s the whole story, wrapped up in a neat little fraction.
Next time someone asks you this in a panic, you can answer with authority—and maybe a little wink. Because let’s be honest, we’re all just a bunch of people trying to make pie without setting off the fire alarm. And if you mess up? Well, there’s always takeout. No judgment here.
